Witness appeal launched following serious assault of a man in Southampton
A 17-year-old boy from Southampton has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
Officers investigating the serious assault of a man in the early hours of this morning (Sunday 10th November) in Southampton are appealing for witnesses to come forward.
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary were called at 1.10am to a report that a man had been located on Hill Lane with serious injuries, suspected to have been caused by a bladed object, to his back and wrist.
Police and South Central Ambulance Service attended and the man, who is 18, was taken to hospital where he remains in a serious but stable condition.
Road closures are currently in place at Hill Lane/Milton Road while enquiries are carried out at the scene.
Police say they've arrested a 17-year-old boy from Southampton on suspicion of attempted murder and he remains in police custody at the current time:
"As we progress our investigation today, we would like to hear from anybody who was in the Hill Lane or Milton Road area at around 1am this morning who saw anything suspicious or out of place.
"We are carrying out house to house and CCTV scoping in the area but are urging local residents to please check Ring Doorbell and CCTV footage.
"Officers will remain in the area today, anyone with concerns or questions is asked to come and speak to them."